Lasko 5538 Portable Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heater User Guide

Lasko 5538 Portable Oscillating Ceramic Tower Heater

This Heater is intended for use as supplemental heat.

This Heater is for residential use only.

It is not intended to be used in commercial, industrial, or agricultural settings.

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WARNING

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using this Heater.

ALWAYS PLUG HEATERS DIRECTLY INTO A WALL OUTLET/RECEPTACLE. NEVER USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD. DO NOT PLUG THE HEATER INTO ANY OTHER CORD CONNECTED DEVICE, SUCH AS A POWER STRIP, SURGE PROTECTOR, MULTIPLE OUTLET ADAPTER, CORD REEL, OR OUTLET-TYPE AIR FRESHENER. THE USE OF SUCH DEVICES MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD. PLUG THE UNIT DIRECTLY INTO A 120V WALL OUTLET ONLY.

WARNING: FAULTY WALL OUTLET CONNECTIONS MAY CAUSE THE WALL OUTLET TO OVERHEAT. BE SURE THAT THE HEATER PLUG FITS TIGHTLY INTO THE OUTLET BEFORE EACH USE. DURING USE, CHECK TO MAKE CERTAIN THE HEATER PLUG IS NOT OVERHEATING. IF NECESSARY, HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK AND/OR REPLACE THE WALL OUTLET.

• Use this Heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons.
• Make certain that the room is equipped with a working smoke detector.
• Make certain that the power source conforms to the electrical requirements of the Heater.
• Extreme caution is necessary when any Heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the Heater is left operating unattended.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
• Do not operate any Heater with a damaged cord or plug, or after the Heater malfunctions, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Please contact Customer Service at 800-233-0268 Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm EST for assistance.
• To disconnect the Heater, turn the controls to OFF, then remove the plug from the outlet.
• Always unplug the Heater when not in use. Unplug the power cord before servicing or moving the Heater.
• Do not insert or allow fingers or foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening, as it may cause an electric shock, fire, or damage the Heater. Do not block or tamper with the Heater in any manner while it is in operation.
• To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not place on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.
• Always place the Heater on a stable, flat, level surface when operating, to avoid the chance of the Heater overturning. Locate the Power Cord so that the Heater or other objects are not resting on it. Do not run the Power Cord under carpeting. Do not cover the Power Cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange the Power Cord away from room traffic and where it will not be tripped over.
• This Heater is HOT when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. Always use a handle when moving this Heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9 m) from the front of the Heater and keep them at least 1 foot (0.3 m) from the sides and rear.

DO NOT DEPEND ON THE ON/OFF SWITCH AS THE SOLE MEANS OF DISCONNECTING POWER WHEN SERVICING OR MOVING THE HEATER. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE POWER CORD. ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE HEATER BEFORE LEAVING THE AREA. NEVER LEAVE CHILDREN UNATTENDED WHEN THE HEATER IS ON OR PLUGGED IN.

• A Heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use the Heater in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored. DO NOT use the Heater in locations where flammable or explosive chemicals are stored, or in wet atmospheres. This Heater is intended for general use ONLY.
• This Heater is not intended for use in wet or damp locations. This Heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas, and similar indoor locations. Never locate a Heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.
• Do not use the Heater outdoors.
• Remote controls for other appliances or electronic equipment can sometimes interfere with the operation of this Heater. If this occurs, move the Heater to another location.
• Keep the Heater remote control unit away from chairs and your bed where it may be sat or laid upon and inadvertently turn on the Heater.

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OPERATION

1. Carefully remove the Heater from the bag and the carton.
2. Place the Heater on a firm, level surface. WARNING: Plastic or rubber tabs, like the feet on this unit, may stick to furniture surfaces and/or hardwood floors. The unit may leave a residue that could darken, stain, or leave permanent blemishes on the finish of certain furniture surfaces, including wood surfaces, and/or hardwood floors.
3. Plug the cord set into a 120-volt outlet. Be sure that the plug fits tightly into the outlet. When plugs fit loosely into receptacles, they may slip partially or completely out of the receptacle with only the slight movement of the attached cord. Receptacles in this condition may overheat and pose a serious fire hazard; if covered by a curtain or drape, the fire hazard is even greater.
4. When the Heater is initially plugged in, there will be a “beep,” and the Power Light will come on, indicating that there is power to the unit. The Power Light will remain lit until the Heater is unplugged from the electrical outlet.
5. Turn the Heater ON by pressing the Power Button.
6. Upon turning the Heater on, the unit will be in HIGH heat (1500 Watts). (Figure 1)
7. Press the LOW HEAT button for LOW heat.
8. Press the (+) and (-) buttons at the same time to change the display to ° Celsius. Press the same two buttons together again to change the display back to ° Fahrenheit.
9. To turn the Heater OFF, press the Power Button and unplug the Heater from the electrical outlet.

Save-Smart™ (Figure 2)

Press the button to activate the Save-Smart™ Function.

1. Set the thermostat to the desired temperature using the +/- buttons (Note: The default Save-Smart™ temperature is 72 º F)
2. When you reach the temperature at which you want to set the unit, the set temperature will flash several times, and then the display will return to indicate the current room temperature and will gradually change as the room temperature changes.
3. When the air temperature is less than the set temperature, the heater will run in HIGH heat.
4. Once the thermostat reaches the set temperature, the heater will automatically switch to LOW heat to save energy.
5. When the air temperature reaches 3º above the set temperature, the heater will turn off. The Heater will cycle off and on in the LOW mode to maintain the set temperature.

All this happens automatically with Lasko Save-Smart™ Technology.

To deactivate the Save-Smart™ function, press Save-Smart™ again or (hi/lo) for continuous high/low heat.

OSCILLATION

Pressing the Oscillation Button will allow the Heater to oscillate back and forth. To stop the oscillation, press the Oscillation Button again. When the Heater is in Automatic Temperature Control, the oscillation function will stop when the set temperature is reached and resume when the Heater turns back on.

TIMER FUNCTION (Figure 3)

The timer function may be activated when the Heater display is in any function or speed. (Figure 3) This function allows you to set the length of time the Heater will run before turning itself off, from 1 hour to 8 hours. Pressing the Timer Button will increase the length of time by 1 hour each time this button is pressed. After the display reflects 8 hours, pressing the Timer Button once more will reset the Heater to run continuously. The Heater will turn off when the set time has elapsed. The unit can be turned back on by pressing the Power Button.

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (Figure 4)

The automatic temperature function will only operate on “High” heat. You cannot set the temperature automatically when the unit is in the low heat mode.

1. To set the room at a specific temperature, press the (+) or (-) buttons to the desired temperature. The display will now reflect the AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL, and the temperature will be flashing. The Heater is now in Auto Temperature Mode.
2. When you reach the temperature at which you want to set the unit, the set temperature will flash several times, and then the display will return to indicate the current room temperature and will gradually change as the room temperature changes. NOTE: The temperature display does not indicate the temperature of the heated air being emitted by the heater.
3. Once the room temperature reaches 2 degrees above the set temperature, the Heater will shut off. Once the room temperature reaches 1 degree below the set temperature, the Heater will turn back on and continue to cycle off and on to maintain the set temperature.
4. This function will cancel if the LOW HEAT button is pressed. The Heater will now be in High heat and run continuously. NOTE: It is normal for the Heater “fan” to run for approximately 15 seconds when the Heater shuts off after reaching the set temperature.

REMOTE CONTROL:

All the functions performed with the Remote Control work identically to the manual controls, except for the ability to change from °F to °C and the shutdown. (Figure 5)

1. Install two “AAA” batteries.
2. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
3. DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN A FIRE. BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.

If you lose your remote control, please call Customer Service to order a replacement at 1-800-233-0268, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. EST.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: 

To reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire, please observe the following instructions.

Cleaning the Heater regularly will help to maintain its efficiency.

• Always unplug the cord before moving, servicing, or cleaning.
• NEVER place the Heater in or near water. DO NOT IMMERSE THE HEATER IN WATER.
• Clean the Heater only with a vacuum equipped with a brush attachment; the vacuum will remove the lint and dirt from the surface of the Heater.
• Vacuum intake grills every two weeks; this will help to maintain the optimum Heater performance.
• Use a toothbrush or other soft-bristle brush to gently loosen any dirt not removed by the vacuum.
• NEVER attempt to take apart the Heater.
• Clean the body of the Heater with a soft cloth only.
• NEVER use ALCOHOL or SOLVENTS such as gasoline, benzene, paint thinner, or other harsh cleaners.

SERVICING: For servicing, other than general user maintenance, please contact Customer Service at 800-233-0268, Monday through Friday, from 8 am-5 pm Eastern.

STORAGE:

Store the Heater with these instructions in the original carton in a cool, dry place.

SAFETY FEATURE

1. A thermal overload protector is built into prevent overheating.
2. If an overheating temperature is reached, the Heater will automatically shut off. It can only resume operation when the user resets the unit.

RESET INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Unplug the Heater and wait 10 minutes for the Heater to cool down.
2. After the Heater has cooled down, plug the unit into a 120V~ electrical outlet and follow the operation instructions described in this manual.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

If your heater shuts off unexpectedly or fails to operate, the previously mentioned safety feature may have been activated to prevent overheating.

1. Be sure the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet.
2. Check your Temperature setting. The Heater may be off because it has reached the desired temperature setting.
3. If your Heater runs for several minutes and shuts off repeatedly, your Heater may require cleaning.

If you have a problem that can not be resolved by the steps listed above, contact Technical Assistance at 1-800-233-0268, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST.

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

Toll-Free (800) 233-0268. Email: producthelp@laskoproducts.com

Our Customer Service team is available to assist you with product and service questions and replacement parts. They can be reached Monday through Friday, 8 am-5 pm Eastern. Please have your model number available, as well as the type and style (located on the underside of your product).

Customer Service Dept.., 820 Lincoln Ave., West Chester, PA 19380

(Please do not send product to this location.)

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